Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Agile Premier
Job overview
The Raw Material Buyer role supports procurement by implementing purchasing strategies and managing vendor relationships to optimize raw material supply.
Responsibilities and impact
The buyer assists in executing purchasing strategies, managing vendor relations, processing orders, ensuring quality standards, supporting negotiations, collaborating cross-departmentally, coordinating surplus materials, conducting market research, maintaining records, and liaising between teams.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 1-3 years in purchasing or supply chain preferred, strong analytical, communication, negotiation, multitasking skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems; knowledge of raw materials or manufacturing is a plus.
Work environment and culture
Work environment includes office and shop floor with full-time hours Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with occasional overtime.
Company overview
Agile Premier is a specialized staffing and recruiting firm that focuses on providing top-tier talent for businesses in various industries. They make money by offering recruitment services, including direct hire, contract-to-hire, and temporary staffing solutions, earning fees based on successful placements and contracts. Founded with a mission to streamline the hiring process, Agile Premier has built a reputation for its personalized approach and deep industry knowledge, ensuring that both clients and candidates find the perfect match. Their commitment to quality and efficiency has made them a trusted partner for many organizations seeking to optimize their workforce.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your experience with purchasing strategies, vendor relationship management, and cross-department collaboration, as these are central to the Raw Material Buyer role at Agile Premier.
Highlight your skills in negotiation development, procurement data management, and your ability to work with ERP systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, to showcase your technical proficiency relevant to this position.
Apply through multiple platforms including Agile Premier's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and increase your chances of landing an interview.
Connect with procurement team members and supply chain professionals at Agile Premier on LinkedIn; start conversations by commenting on recent company news or asking about their experiences with vendor management and purchasing strategies.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'negotiation skills,' 'vendor relations,' 'purchase order management,' 'procurement strategy,' and 'cross-functional collaboration' to ensure it passes initial screening algorithms.
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